This page contains all of the information essential to being successful at Outpost Summer Camps. As you read through it you will be able to gain a better understanding of strategies, games, methods, and other child development techniques.
The Group
This is the essence of the Outpost Camp Experience. In this section you will read about Outpost’s strategies for group cohesion, camaraderie, and friendships. There is also a synopsis of a typical day at Day Camp and Senior Outpost.
Working with children
Working with children is not an easy job. This section of the manual consists of understanding the goals your campers have for camp. It also teaches you strategies for working with campers of all ages. There is an outline of specific age characteristics for children. Finally, there is a section that explains how to work with campers with special needs.
The Culture of Outpost
The Outpost Culture is essential to our success. We have thousands of games, songs, and activities. This section of the manual will give you a brief overview of the culture of camp, games, songs, and more!
Senior Counselors
As the Senior Counselor, you are imperative to camp. Every day you are accountable and responsible for both the fun and safety of each and every camper. This is an extremely important job and we want to prepare you as best as possible.
Safety of Camp
Camp is a place that is safe, both emotionally and physically, for all campers and staff. This section of the manual describes how to be proactive in regards to safety. Children of all ages have different levels of safety they need addressed. After reading this section you will gain a better understanding of how we create a safe physical and emotional environment here at Outpost Summer Camps.
Emergency Procedures
We are actively aware that we are in nature and many times we do not have complete control over our environment. The Emergency Procedures are important to review and know. The first week of each session we will be running an emergency drill to practice procedures.